Koggno : The Podcast

About Koggno : The Podcast

Koggno: The Podcast features raw and unfiltered interviews, based on real life stories to explore different approaches to mental health, human connection and psychological well-being. Each episode features an interview between Kirsty, Koggno host and founder, and a guest. We explore personal journeys and practical advice for listeners. We do discuss sensitive and explicit content and please always reach out if you feel you need support.

Publisher

Kirsty Martin

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Aug 2023

Latest episode

4 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

31 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Feb 2026

   March Hollingbury's Story: What If Vulnerability Wasn’t a Weakness, But Your Greatest Source of Strength?

   What if vulnerability wasn’t a weakness, but your greatest source of strength? @march_on__ @koggno In this episode, I’m joined by March Hollingbury, chronic illness coach and resilience advocate, who shares how rewiring your mindset and embracing self-compassion can turn life’s hardest setbacks into lasting strength. Living with a rare syndrome, one lung, scoliosis, and multiple health scares, including time in an ICU coma. March's journey is a powerful reminder that confidence isn’t about perfection, but self-acceptance. We explore: The neuroscience behind self-compassion and confidence Tools for managing anxiety, trauma, and burnout How to stop apologising and own your story unapologetically The role of boundaries and vulnerability in deeper relationships Why celebrating small wins matters when living with chronic illness This episode is for anyone navigating health challenges, emotional overwhelm, or seeking to build resilience and confidence from the inside out. Tune in to discover how vulnerability and mindset mastery can transform your toughest moments into your greatest strength.

2. 

   19 Nov 2025

   How to Start Again: Jess Gale on Confidence, Becoming an Artist and Making Mistakes

   In this episode of Koggno, I interview British landscape artist Jessica Gale, whose powerful story of creativity, career change, and self-discovery offers hope to anyone feeling stuck or uncertain about their path. Jess didn’t begin painting until after exploring multiple careers, navigating self-doubt, and learning to embrace mistakes instead of fearing them. Jess shares how using her hands, creating art, and experimenting with new techniques helped her rebuild confidence, improve her mental wellbeing, and finally find a career that felt authentic. In this inspiring conversation, we explore: How to find confidence later in life Why it’s never too late to start a new career or try something new The power of accepting mistakes and imperfections How exploring different careers can lead you exactly where you’re meant to be What creativity can teach us about emotional resilience and self-compassion This episode is perfect for anyone dealing with: ✔️ Career uncertainty ✔️ A lack of confidence ✔️ Fear of making mistakes ✔️ Feeling “behind” in life ✔️ Starting over after 30, 40, 50 or beyond ✔️ Creative burnout or self-doubt ✔️ A desire to reconnect with purpose and identity If you’ve ever asked yourself “Is it too late to start again?” , Jess’s journey proves the answer is no. Her honesty about reinvention, resilience, and learning from imperfection makes this one of our most personal and relatable episodes yet. If this episode resonates with you, please share it with someone navigating their own ups and downs or searching for who they are becoming. And feel free to reach out, I love hearing your stories.

3. 

   4 Nov 2025

   Dr Simon Erridge: The story of Medical Cannabis in the UK, from truth to misconceptions, 7 years on.

   In this episode of Koggno Stories, I interview and Dr. Simon Erridge explore how far cannabis-based medicine has come since 2018, but also how far we still have to go. We discuss the realities of prescribing cannabis-based medical products, the difference between medical cannabis and high-street CBD, and why confusion, stigma, and regulation still hold patients back from accessing treatment. The UK’s journey since medical cannabis legalisation How cannabis-based medicines differ from opioids and traditional pain relief The role of cannabis in pain management, psychiatry and neurology What the latest research and patient data are revealing Whether you’re a clinician, patient, or just curious about the science behind medical cannabis, this conversation will leave you more informed — and more curious — about the future of prescribing in the UK. Follow, rate, and share to help us grow the conversation and bring clarity to one of the most misunderstood areas of modern medicine. Keywords: medical cannabis UK, cannabis-based medicines, Curaleaf, cannabis research UK, medical marijuana UK, CBD vs THC, cannabis for pain, mental health, epilepsy, cannabis prescription UK, medical cannabis podcast, Koggno Stories

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Spotify

5.0 / 5

76 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 35 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

40

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

77

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